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Mental Health Support for Emergency and Public Safety Officers

This act aims to improve the mental health of public safety officers, including firefighters, EMTs, and dispatchers. It establishes a data collection system for suicides within these groups, creates peer-support programs, and provides training for mental health professionals to better understand the unique challenges of these professions. This will help in better detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues, leading to greater safety and well-being for those who protect us.
Key points
A national data system will be established to collect information on suicides among public safety officers, helping to understand the issue and find effective solutions.
Peer-support mental health programs will be introduced for firefighters and emergency medical services personnel, providing confidential assistance.
Educational resources will be developed for mental health professionals to better understand the stressors faced by emergency responders.
Best practices for identifying, preventing, and treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in public safety officers will be developed and made available.
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Print number: 118_HR_3671
Sponsor: Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-6]
Process start date: 2023-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HERO Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3671.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A national data system will be established to collect information on suicides among public safety officers, helping to understand the issue and find effective solutions.
  • Peer-support mental health programs will be introduced for firefighters and emergency medical services personnel, providing confidential assistance.
  • Educational resources will be developed for mental health professionals to better understand the stressors faced by emergency responders.
  • Best practices for identifying, preventing, and treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in public safety officers will be developed and made available.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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